सक्ताः कर्मण्यविद्वांसो यथा कुर्वन्ति भारत।…
““सक्ताः कर्मण्यविद्वांसो यथा कुर्वन्ति भारत। कुर्याद्विद्वांस्तथासक्तश्चिकीर्षुर्लोकसंग्रहम्॥ ॥३- २५॥ न बुद्धिभेदं जनयेदज्ञानां कर्मसङ्गिनाम्। जोषयेत्सर्वकर्माणि विद्वान्युक्तः समाचरन्॥ ॥३- २६॥ 'Ignorant toil for result; wise – selflessly, Blaze the trail for detached action clearly, For the common weal, path to eternity, For the benefit of the entire humanity.’ 3. 25-26””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The verses contrast ignorant, result‑driven toil with wise, selfless action, urging a detached, purposeful path that benefits all humanity and leads to eternal significance.
In simple terms: Wise, selfless action versus ignorant effort.
Choose purposeful, detached work for lasting impact.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social service
- environmental activism
- teaching
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice detached service?
- What does “detached” mean in your work?
Selfless action can be misunderstood as lack of ambition.